Category: Pirro, Jeanine

Trump Concedes There Was ‘Some Contractor Error’ in Reflecting Pool Renovations

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The president had insisted for weeks that the landmarks’ algae-stained waters and peeling lining were the fault of vandals, not the project itself.
Blanche Defends Pirro but Says Trump Can Fire Her at Any Time

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The head of the Justice Department praised the U.S. attorney in Washington after her tense meeting with the president.
Inside the Oval Office Showdown Between Trump and Jeanine Pirro

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, told President Trump that his interior secretary, Doug Burgum, had misled him with a self-serving cover story for his own mistakes.
Pirro Meets With Trump at the White House After He Said She ‘Choked’ in Reflecting Pool Case

The New York Times – On the Runway:
President Trump said Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for Washington, D.C., “folded like an umbrella.” For now, her job appeared to be safe, according to two people familiar with the meeting.
Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair

The New York Times – Business:
President Trump’s pick to replace Jerome H. Powell takes the helm at a highly uncertain moment for the economy and with heightened concern about the Federal Reserve’s ability to operate independently.
The ‘Lasting Damage’ of Pirro’s Investigation of the Federal Reserve and Powell

The New York Times – Business:
The Trump administration’s attacks on the Federal Reserve have rattled confidence in the central bank’s ability to operate independently before a leadership transition.
Justice Department Drops Criminal Investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

The New York Times – Business:
The decision to end the inquiry into Jerome H. Powell’s handling of the Federal Reserve’s renovation could allow Kevin M. Warsh, the president’s pick for Fed chair, to be confirmed.
Trump Threatens to Fire Powell, Again

The New York Times – Business:
The new threat against the Fed chair comes ahead of a Senate confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh, Trump’s pick to lead the central bank.
Prosecutors Make Surprise Visit to Fed as Pirro Defends Investigation

The New York Times – Business:
The Justice Department’s criminal inquiry into the Federal Reserve threatens to delay the confirmation of the next chair.
Justice Dept. Legal Threat Complicates Trump’s Pick for Fed Chair

The New York Times – Business:
An investigation of the Federal Reserve was thwarted on Friday, but a department appeal could reimpose an obstacle in Kevin Warsh’s path.
Judge Quashes Justice Dept.’s Subpoenas Targeting Federal Reserve Chair

The New York Times – Business:
Judge James E. Boasberg derided the U.S. attorney’s office in Washington for pursuing a case against Jerome H. Powell that appeared to be motivated by President Trump’s desire for vengeance.
Blowback Builds Over Criminal Investigation of Powell

Trump allies fear that the inquiry into the Fed chair could complicate the process of replacing him this year.